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Selecting a Premier League team of the season for the 2023/24 campaign is not an easy task. Several players can certainly make their case to be among the best in their respective positions. However, the list was eventually whittled down to make a dream starting XI.
Arsenal and Manchester City, unsurprisingly, have multiple players in the team of the season below. The two teams fought for the title until the final day of the 2023/24 season. City eventually took home the title once again, their fourth consecutive English top-flight championship.
Premier League Team of the Season for 2023/24
Goalkeeper – David Raya (Arsenal)
The Spaniard’s loan move to Arsenal certainly raised eyebrows last summer. After all, many felt Aaron Ramsdale performed quite well for the Gunners in recent seasons. Nevertheless, the former Brentford star quickly took over the number one spot between the sticks and didn’t look back.
Raya racked up 16 total clean sheets in the Premier League, more than any other shot-stopper. As he featured in 32 English top-flight matches throughout the 2023/24 campaign, the Gunners did not allow a goal in half of his appearances with the team. Raya is also widely praised for his stellar distribution as well.
Right back – Ben White (Arsenal)
Despite historically being a central defender, White has grown into a relatively new position. The Englishman is now arguably the top right-sided defender in the entire league. Some of White’s statistics may not exactly jump off the page, but he has become an extremely reliable player for manager Mikel Arteta.
The defender rarely makes a mistake, as evident in his extremely low dispossessed rate, and he links up very well with Bukayo Saka on the right flank. His tackling and interception numbers are respectable, while he led all Premier League right-backs in blocked shots. White also contributed with four goals and four assists from the defensive position.
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Author : Chris Moore
Publish date : 2024-05-21 21:36:25
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